South Middlesex Times

The unemployment rate in Middlesex County hit 6.1% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending May 11?

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rutgers study reveals impact of Russia-Ukraine war on hospitals

Rutgers researchers, in collaboration with international partners, have unveiled the extensive damage inflicted on Ukraine's hospital system by the ongoing war. The conflict has led to the closure or reduction of operations in hundreds of Ukrainian hospitals since Russia's invasion in February 2022. The study reveals that damage, destruction, and supply shortages resulting from the war have significantly undermined the nation's healthcare system and had severe implications for public health.

Gun violence exposure linked to disability in Black Americans: Rutgers study

Approximately 60 percent of Black Americans have experienced some form of gun violence, which has been linked to increased rates of disability, according to research conducted by Rutgers Health. The study, which surveyed 3,015 Black Americans, found a correlation between specific disabilities and exposure to various types of gun violence.

Rutgers health researcher awarded for efforts against student food insecurity

Joachim D. Sackey, a researcher at the Department of Clinical and Preventive Nutrition Sciences at Rutgers School of Health Professions, has been concerned about food insecurity among the Newark student body since he joined in 2017. Food insecurity, defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as reduced or limited access to adequate nutrition, affects approximately 13 percent of American households and up to 40 percent of college students.

Rutgers Health distinguishes 'brain fog' in long COVID from Alzheimer's disease

Rutgers Health researchers have discovered that long COVID, while associated with active inflammatory changes in the nervous system, is distinct from Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. This revelation was made during one of the most comprehensive studies into "brain fog," a common symptom of long COVID where patients experience difficulty thinking or concentrating.

Rutgers ecologist leads project to conserve at-risk native bee populations

Rutgers ecologist Kimberly Russell is spearheading an innovative project aimed at conserving at-risk native bee populations. The initiative involves the installation of "bee bunkers" and "bee hotels" in various locations around New York City. Russell, an associate professor and undergraduate program director in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Natural Resources at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, is a community ecologist with a focus on arthropod biodiversity conservation.

Joseph Ditzel, former East Brunswick High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

DJ McGuinness, former East Brunswick High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

Will Kennedy, former Old Bridge High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

They open the tournament against Arcadia Knights.

Blood pressure drugs double bone-fracture risk in nursing home residents: Study

A study conducted by Rutgers Health reveals that blood pressure medications significantly increase the risk of life-threatening bone fractures in nursing home residents. The research, which utilized records from nearly 30,000 patients, found that these medications more than double the fracture risk.

Antiseizure medications: Understanding the risk of life-threatening reactions

Molecular tests and other screening tools can mitigate the risk of potentially fatal reactions to antiseizure medications, which are used by millions of Americans for epilepsy and other conditions. However, skin rashes still necessitate immediate medical attention, according to research from Rutgers Health.

Infertility treatment linked to doubled postpartum heart disease risk: Study

A recent study conducted by Rutgers Health experts reveals that patients who have undergone infertility treatment are twice as likely to be hospitalized with heart disease in the year following delivery, compared to those who conceived naturally. The research involved an analysis of over 31 million hospital records.

Abigail Pawlowski, former Monroe Township High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

Her team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Jenna Garofalo, former East Brunswick High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

They open the tournament against Rowan Profs.

Christian Lucadamo, former Monroe Township High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number four seed.

Christian Petrillo, former North Brunswick Township High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship